What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catering Staffing Manager position at McCalls Catering & Events?
Catering Staffing Manager – $75,000-$85,000 (based on experience and skills) Benefits – San Francisco, CA 94110
The Role
Do you have experience managing teams in the fast-paced world of catering and events? Are you skilled at juggling logistics, people, and communication with precision?
McCalls Catering & Events is seeking a full-time Catering Staffing Manager to oversee and coordinate all staffing efforts across our busy schedule of events. Based in San Francisco with over 45 years of industry excellence, we deliver unforgettable experiences and uphold the highest standards of service and hospitality.
In this role, you'll handle the full staffing lifecycle—from recruitment and scheduling to training and payroll processing. You’ll manage in-house and third-party staff, ensuring all events are fully staffed and run smoothly. You will be the key contact for Front of House (FOH) staff and collaborate closely with Back of House (BOH) teams to support flawless execution.
If you're ready to bring your staffing skills to a dynamic catering team, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join McCalls Catering & Events!
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate event staffing needs using Nowsta and internal systems
- Recruit, onboard, and train new FOH team members
- Communicate detailed event info clearly to staff and captains
- Liaise with temporary staffing agencies
- Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies
- Manage uniform inventory and staffing documentation
- Attend events to support check-ins, breaks, and last-minute changes
- Process post-event payroll data accurately
- Maintain training schedules (e.g., ABC, Serv-Safe)
- Support Event Managers in staffing decisions during planning phases
The Company
McCalls' Catering and Events is looking for a dedicated Restaurant Executive Chef Upscale Casual Dining to pre-open, operate and lead our new culinary project. We currently run seven high volume Cafés in San Francisco and adding another exciting new venture in the near future.
We are a company with a reputation for high standards, client satisfaction and culinary delights. We have over 40 years of Business experience in San Francisco. Come join our amazing team of highly motivated, talented and experienced hospitality leaders.
Benefits:
- Health care contribution
- Dental and vision coverage
- Paid vacation time
The Person
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has at least 3 years of FOH hospitality experience
- Understands California and San Francisco labor laws
- Can manage multiple priorities under pressure
- Communicates clearly and professionally at all levels
- Is organized, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy (Excel, Word, Nowsta a plus)
- Is physically able to be active during events and lift up to 50 lbs
- Is available to work weekends, holidays, early mornings, and evenings
- Holds a valid COVID-19 vaccination (with accommodations considered)
- A college degree is preferred
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000